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Hawaiian Anti-Bullying Film to Screen at Libraries Statewide

An educational toolkit for safe and inclusive schools.

HONOLULU, HI, Sept. 14, 2015 - TheHawaii State Public Library System will present “A Place in the Middle” - a short Hawaiian film at the heart of a newbullying prevention campaign centered on cultural empowerment and gender inclusion - in a series of screenings at eight selected public libraries statewide from Friday,   Sept. 18 through Wednesday, Oct. 28.  (See list below for screening   locations, dates, and times.)

Created by Kumu Hina Wong-Kalu,  and directed by Emmy-winners Dean Hamer and Joe Wilson, “A Place in the  Middle” tells the true story of a young girl who dreams of leading the  boys’ hula troupe at her Honolulu school, and an inspiring teacher who  uses traditional Hawaiian culture to empower her. After each screening,  the team will talk story with the audience about the film and  educational campaign - supported by Pacific Islanders in Communications,  Hawaii People’s Fund, Ford Foundation, and PBS Learning Media.

“We  encourage our patrons to learn more about Hawaii’s rich cultural  heritage through our libraries’ resources and programs,” said State  Librarian Stacy Aldrich.  "As community hubs, libraries serve as the  perfect venues to host discussions that enable our patrons to connect,  learn and celebrate Hawaii’s indigenous and diverse cultures.“

This  one-hour program is suitable for students, parents, and educators   interested in Hawaiian culture and community-based efforts to make   schools safe and inclusive for all.  Free DVDs and teaching guides will be available for participants committed to using them in their work.

"A Place in the Middle” Film & Talk Story Events

Sept. 18 (Friday) - 6:00pm: Thelma Parker Memorial Public & School Library (Kamuela, Hawaii Island)

Sept. 29 (Tuesday) - 6:00pm: Kahuku Public & School Library (Oahu)

Oct. 3 (Saturday) - 3:00pm: Kihei Public Library (Maui)

Oct. 7 (Wednesday) - 6:30pm: Waianae Public Library (Oahu)

Oct. 14 (Wednesday) - 6:30pm: Waimanalo Public & School Library (Oahu)

Oct. 15 (Thursday) - 6:00pm: Hawaii State Library (Honolulu)

Oct. 22 (Thursday) - 6:00pm: Hanapepe Public Library (Kauai)

Oct. 28 (Wednesday) - 5:00pm: Molokai Public Library (Kaunakakai)

For more information, contact Library Development Services Manager, Susan Nakata, at (808) 831-6878.

With Hosts Leon Siu & Hinaleimoana Wong Giving The Kanaka Perspective On Issues In Hawai`i. What Are Hawaiians Doing At The United Nations? Will Makua Valley Be Returned? Is The New Mauna Kea Management Authority A Good Thing Or Not? Find Out The Answers Tonight At 6 PM On `Olelo TV Channel 53.

The June “Free Hawaii News” show which airs tonight, Friday June 3rd at 6 PM on `Olelo Television Channel 53 on O`ahu will have important new information about $1 billion in funding from the legislature for Hawaiians as well as why the final version of HB 2024 is a good deal for Mauna Kea, a UN progress update and a report about attitudes in Hawaii towards Hawaiians.

Brought to you by the Koani Foundation, Free Hawaii News airs the first Friday evening of every month on channel 53 of `Ōlelo Television on O`ahu at 6 PM.

The purpose of the show is to present Hawaiian or kanaka maoli perspectives on a broad range of topics and issues affecting the Hawaiian Islands, the Pacific and the world.

The hosts of “Free Hawaii News” are Leon Kaulahao Siu and Hinaleimoana Wong.
Leon Siu has for many years served as Foreign Minister of the Hawaiian Kingdom. He is active in that role at the United Nations in both New York City and Geneva, Switzerland. Besides being a diplomat, he is also an award-winning musician, composer and political analyst.

Hinaleimoana Wong is a kumu hula, filmmaker, cultural activist, Hawaiian language speaker, preservationist and community leader. She has served as a member of the O`ahu Island Burial Council.

“Free Hawaii News” was specifically created by the Koani Foundation as the successor to the long running “First Friday” show hosted by Mililani Trask on `Ōlelo Television in order to continue the tradition of sharing Hawaiian insights on a broad range of issues with the people of Hawaii.

“I am excited to give my blessings to both Leon Siu and Hina Wong and ʻFree Hawaii Newsʻ to carry on this important tradition, states Miliani Trask. “I look forward to watching ʻFree Hawaii News” the first Friday of each month. ʻFree Hawaii Newsʻ has my enthusiastic endorsement and approval.”

After the initial airings on `Ōlelo, each episode of “Free Hawaii News” will be posted online on You Tube, Facebook and other social media sites for viewers to see.

The hour long show features remote reports from Hawaiians in various communities about issues in their areas.